Swegon MagiCAD Plug-in for AutoCAD, Revit Available

The new Swegon MagiCAD plugin combines three Swegon plugins in one package: ProUnit, ProSelect and SwegonCASA.

The Swegon MagiCAD plugin allows direct data transfer between Swegon’s calculation programs and your MagiCAD project. The Swegon MagiCAD plugin for AutoCAD and Revit includes ProUnit and ProSelect. The Swegon MagiCAD plugin for AutoCAD also includes SwegonCasa.



ProUnit is a web-based program for calculating and selecting Swegon's air handling units. A new feature of the Swegon MagiCAD plugin allows you to start ProUnit from it, select a unit and bring it into MagiCAD. It is no longer just for exporting a saved unit.

 



ProSelect is a web-based application for calculating cooling and heating data for Swegon’s waterborne climate units.

 

 

SwegonCASA is a web-based program for selecting Swegon’s CASA home ventilation units.

 

To download the Swegon MagiCAD plugin, click here (enter Swegon in search field and select the appropriate plugin).

MagiCAD Localizes Website for France

MagiCAD localizes website for their French speaking customers as www.magicad.com/fr

(click to see the MagiCAD French portal)

Brazil 2.0 for Rhino SR3 Beta 1 Available

Service Release 3 Beta 1 features:

• Improvements to BAM transparency/opacity viewport simulation
• Allow > 100% connection values for textures
• Thin translucency texture
• Per object analytic displacement
• Per material analytic displacement
• Cellular texture
• Rhino 5.0 panel based settings UI
• Saved preset files are now displayed in the presets manager

For more information and to download SR3 Beta 1, click here.

madCAM 5 Beta for Rhino 5 Available

madCAM is a plug-in that runs inside Rhino3D. The new improvements in the beta includes:

• Works with Rhino 5 (64-bit) and (32-bit) for Windows
• New level with 16 new functions for simultaneous 5-axis milling
• New interface with dynamic visualization of the cutter and tool holder when picking curves
• New adaptable machine setup and save to file option
• Machines can contain tool library, postprocessor, external dll for kinematics and simulation etc
• Predefined machines can be selected with one click from a dropdown list
• Commands with settings can be executed from the Rhino command line
• For high end users and beginners

To download madCAM 5.0 beta for Windows, click here.

Note! *madCAM 5.0 requires Rhino 5.0.

Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 Product Update 6 Available

Product Update 6 for Autodesk 3ds Max 2013 includes fixes for issues with stability and performance based on customer feedback.

For more information, click here.

ESI Releases Virtual Performance Solution 2012

ESI announces the release of Virtual Performance Solution (VPS) Version 2012. Virtual Performance Solution enables you to virtually assess and optimize the overall performance of a future product at a very early stage of the design process. It cuts product development costs and time-to-market by reducing the number of physical prototypes, and by significantly improving the whole design process efficiency throughout the supply chain.

New improvements in VPS 2012 includes:

• Modeling of non-linear phenomena for Strength and Durability;
• Modeling of highly damped components for Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH);
• Accuracy of airbag deployment for Safety;
• Handling of assembly pre-loads for all domains.

(Dynamic stresses in a suspension component. Detail from a virtual prototype of a full vehicle)

For more information on Virtual Performance Solution, visit Virtual Performance Solution.

Dassault Announces V6 Release 2013x of 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

Dassault Systems Version 6 Release 2013x of 3DEXPERIENCE Platform delivers enhancements for Social and Collaborative, Information Intelligence, Content and Simulation, as well as 3D Modeling apps. Dassault Systems 3DEXPERIENCE Platform includes CATIA, SIMULIA, DELMIA, ENOVIA, 3DVIA & EXALEAD.

V6 Release 2013x includes:

• Availability of Simulation Lifecycle Management (SLM) application
• Improved access to Big Data
• New composite materials design capabilities
• Secure access to Supplier Exchange Workspaces
• Support for STEP AP242 standard

This release also covers a strong set of industry solutions enhancements for consumer packaged goods, energy, aerospace and defense, transportation and mobility, marine and offshore, and high tech.

For a detailed listing of new enhancements in V6 Release 2013x, visit www.3ds.com/products/v6/latest-release.

ZWSOFT ZW3D 2012 SP2 Available in 5 Languages

This new service pack from ZWSOFT is available to many users in their local languages. The available languages are English, French, Korean, Italian and Portuguese. There will be more languages localized soon including Czech, German, Japanese, Polish, Russian, Spanish and Turkish.

For more information or to download ZW3D 2012 SP2 visit: http://www.zwsoft.com/zw3d2012sp2/index.html.

Luxion KeyShot Available with PTC Creo 2.0 Academic Edition

Luxion KeyShot 3 and PTC Creo bundle comes with the full versions of both products - PTC Creo with all apps and extensions, including PTC Creo Parametric and PTC Creo Direct, and KeyShot 3 with Animation and KeyShotVR. The license is a 1-year term license with no software expiration.

Pricing and Availability

The KeyShot 3 and PTC Creo 2.0 Academic Edition is available immediately in the PTC Web Store for $294.99 per license. Additionally, Luxion offers a special program for students, teachers and schools to adopt KeyShot as part of their curriculum. With options for full-featured single user license or floating license Lab packs, students and schools can be up and running with KeyShot in minutes on Mac or PC. For pricing and more information, visit http://keyshot.com/buy/education/.

Free Solid Edge High School Edition Available

As a part of its ongoing investment in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education, Siemens PLM Software announces free High School Edition of its Solid Edge software for 3D computer-aided design (CAD) that is now available for educators in all secondary schools throughout the world.

The software is being made available to teachers and instructors in an effort to expose students to the same engineering and product design tools used by manufacturers worldwide, and encourage them to pursue STEM careers, thus helping address the global skills shortage in engineering and related fields.

The High School Edition of Solid Edge builds on the success of the Student Edition, which gives free access to all full- or part-time students throughout the world at any academic level. The High School Edition now gives teachers and instructors access to Solid Edge for use in both the classroom and in extra-curricular projects. By providing both educators and students with the latest 3D CAD technology that is easy-to-learn and use, Siemens aims to help educators increase student interest in STEM. And by offering these academic editions of Solid Edge at no cost, Siemens is helping to address the persistent tightening of school budgets.

The High School Edition of Solid Edge contains Siemens PLM Software’s unique synchronous technology, which combines the speed and flexibility of direct modeling with the precise control of dimension-driven design. Schools will have access to the full function modules of Solid Edge drafting, sheet metal, surfacing and advanced assembly design.

Educators can download a free 12-month academic site license at www.siemens.com/plm/solid-edge-highschool. The 12 month, free license can be renewed on an annual basis.

ZW3D Design Challenge - Holiday Edition on GrabCAD.com, Last 8 Days!

ZWSOFT announces a holiday design challenge on GrabCAD.com. Participants will use ZW3D CAD/CAM software to design Christmas gifts. The contest takes place from November 1st to 30th. Winner to get $700 + 3D print + 3Dconnexion SpacePilot Pro 3D Mouse, in prize.

For more information, visit http://grabcad.com/challenges/zw3d-design-challenge-holiday-edition.

GRAITEC Releases Advance Steel 2012 Service Pack 2

GRAITEC Advance Steel 2012 Service Pack 2 has a set of enhancements and provides the following advantages to users:

• International catalogs additions: Advance Steel libraries have been extended for profiles such as Zed and C Australian sections.
• More efficient modifications: The user can now modify all anchors in fewer clicks using the multi-edit function which now also works with anchors.
• Detailing of complex beams: Polybeams (such as beams created from polylines) can be automatically detailed with an unfold representation and the correct display of holes and bolts which are part of them.
• BOM on drawing enhancements: Service Pack 2 provides more choices to define the BOM on drawing template with new options such as creating formulas with divisions ("/").
• GRAITEC Advance manager: The tool which helps users to control all global settings and have a direct access to the databases of the software has been enhanced concerning the table editor.
• General reliability: performance and stability updates.

Users can download Service Pack 2 from GRAITEC Advantage web site at www.graitec.com/advantage.

ESI Opens Office in Yekaterinburg, Russia

ESI Group, pioneer and world-leading solution provider in virtual prototyping for manufacturing industries, announces the opening of an office in Yekaterinburg, Russia.

ESI’s new address in Russia:

Mecas ESI,
Vainera str. 51b, 3rd floor, 620014,
Yekaterinburg,
Russian Federation

Registration Opens for Technology Course on Verification, Validation and Model Updating

Dynamic Design Solutions opens registrations for the 3-days technology course on Verification, Validation and Updating of Finite Element (FE) Models for Structural Analysis, which will take place on March 20-22, 2013 in Leuven, Belgium.

This course is suitable for anyone interested in learning the state-of-the-art in finite element model validation and updating. Participants typically have a background in CAE, engineering quality assurance, structural dynamics, modal testing, noise and vibration troubleshooting. The methods shown can be applied to a wide range of industrial applications.

The fee for this 3-day course is 950 euro per person and will be charged by invoice. This fee includes value added tax* (21 %), course materials, lunches and refreshments.

For more information and registration click here.

Note: All presentations will be in English.

Nemetschek Releases Vectorworks 2013 Spanish, Portuguese Versions

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc., a provider of CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software solutions, is pleased to announce the release of the Spanish-language version of the Vectorworks 2013 line of design software, including: Vectorworks Designer, Architect, Landmark, Spotlight, Fundamentals and Renderworks. Nemetschek also released Vectorworks 2013 line of products Portuguese version in Brazil on November 13.

The Spanish-language version will be available throughout the Americas, the Caribbean and Spain.

All Spanish- and Portuguese-language customers have the option to become members of the subscription program Vectorworks Service Select, which includes access to Vectorworks Cloud Services. Language options vary by country.

For Vectorworks 2013 Spanish-language brochures, FAQs, videos and other materials, click here. To learn more about Vectorworks 2013 software, visit www.vectorworks.net/2013.

Intelligent Light FieldView 13.2 Available

A point release from Intelligent Light, FieldView 13.2 includes features like new and improved data readers, Offset Surface Flows and many more.

For full details of new features in FieldView 13.2, click here. (pdf)

ASCON Releases KOMPAS-3D V13 Plus for Mechanical Engineering

ASCON Group, a developer of high-performance CAD/AEC/PLM software systems, is releases KOMPAS-3D V13 Plus for mechanical engineers. This new Plus release features more than 100 enhancements, includes:

• Support for 64-bit operating systems
• Improved 3D solid and surface modeling
• Faster view generations
• Enhanced printing
• Better import and export
• Strengthened add-ons

Pricing and Availability

KOMPAS-3D V13 Plus is available now through ASCON’s worldwide network of value added resellers. To download 30-day free trial of KOMPAS-3D V13 Plus click here. Or for more information,visit www.ascon.net.

CMS IntelliCAD 7.2 New Build Available

CAD Manufacturing Solutions, Inc. (CMS) has released CMS IntelliCAD 7.2 new build. It's free for current v7.2 users. You just need to uninstall your current v7.2 and to install the new one.

Up to 50% discount is available on all updates and upgrades till the end of November 2012. For more information and to purchase an update or upgrade, visit the online store at http://store.intellicadms.com.

AutoCAD LT 2013 Service Pack 1.1 Available

You can apply this update to AutoCAD LT 2013 (with or without SP1) running on all supported operating systems and languages. Available in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions.

For more information, click here.

ZWSOFT Releases ZW3D 2012 Service Pack 2

The major improvement in this pack is the more efficient and intelligent mold design module. It provides features including project management, multi-product design, multi-cavity design as well as faster patching, which helps designers manage mold projects and improve design efficiency.

For other new features or to download the service pack, click here.
Update list of ZW3D 2012 Service Pack 2 (pdf).

AutoCAD 2013 Service Pack 1.1 Available

This Service Pack can be applied to AutoCAD 2013 installed as a standalone application as well as AutoCAD 2013 installed from the following Autodesk Design Suites.

• AutoCAD Design Suite 2013
• Autodesk Building Design Suite 2013
• Autodesk Factory Design Suite 2013
• Autodesk Infrastructure Design Suite 2013
• Autodesk Plant Design Suite 2013
• Autodesk Product Design Suite 2013

For more information and to download, click here.

Bricsys Releases BricsCAD v13 for Windows

Bricsys, a global provider of dwg engineering design software announces the immediate availability of BricsCAD version 13 for the Windows operating system.

The new features and functionality in BricsCAD v13 includes:

• Assembly Modeling to model complex products, building on the 3D direct modeling and constraints functionality of v12:
• Organization of .dwg files in hierarchical structures of mechanical components
• Top-level or bottom-level components used in the drawing are automatically generated and updated in the Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Assembly Constraints allow for the addition of 3D constraints between faces and edges of different mechanical components
• Kinematic Analysis allows for moving or rotating parts of a model to solve real-time forward and inverse kinematic problems
• A series of new commands, functions, dialogs and features for improved 2D drafting, including sheet set manager, array dialog, several printing extensions including background printing, autocomplete for the command line, support for multi-lines including snapping and grip-editing, the worksets command for working with named groups of drawings, and the use of expressions to define 2D constraint dimensions

Pricing and Availability:

The English language versions of the BricsCAD v13 software, including 30-day free trial version, are available for immediate delivery, and can be downloaded from the Bricsys website or obtained from a BricsCAD sales point in one of more than 70 countries worldwide. Translated versions in more than 15 languages as well as the 64-bit version of the software will be made available over the coming weeks.

Pricing for the different editions of BricsCAD v13 ranges from €330 / $420 to €845 / $985. For more information visit www.bricsys.com.

Notes:*

• BricsCAD (Windows) v13 runs on Windows XP Service Pack 3 or higher.
• Most 3rd party applications are not compatible with BricsCAD V13 and need to be rebuilt by their manufacturer. If you are using 3rd party applications, make sure they are compatible with BricsCAD v13!
• BricsCAD comes as a single download file. BricsCAD Classic, Pro or Platinum functionality will be activated according to your license key.
• In trial mode, full BricsCAD Platinum functionality will be activated (except VBA).

Nemetschek Localizes Vectorworks 2013 in Europe

Nemetschek Vectorworks, Inc., announces the availability of its localized version of Vectorworks line of design software, version 2013 in Europe. The localized versions in each country’s native language will be available in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.

With over 80 improvements in it, the Vectorworks 2013 product line was released in Italy, Austria, France, Germany, Liechtenstein and Switzerland today; and will be released in Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands on October 31.

To know more about Vectorworks 2013 software click here or visit www.vectorworks.net.